He made Shelton his home for more than 30 years. He worked as an operations manager for Frito-Lay, and was also a successful Tupperware distributor.
Through his Tupperware business, he made countless friendships. He also remained close with many of his friends from Staples, whose unwavering friendship and support meant the world to him and his family.
His obituary says, “Larry — also know as Bubba, Sweet Lou,”Wheels and Pip — was one of a kind. A brilliant athlete growing up, Larry delighted his friends and teammates with his ability to hit a jump shot and land a punch line with equal effortlessness.
“His larger-than-life personality acted like a magnet; everyone wanted to be around him, always – and not just for the free candy he used to dole out at the Merritt Superette when the owner wasn’t looking.
“Larry’s heart was the biggest thing about him, and he never hesitated to help those around him.”
“Larry loved many things, including the Yankees, the Giants and the UConn women’s basketball team, but at the top of the list was his wife and children, whom he adored. Family was at the center of Larry’s life. He was always there to cheer on and support his kids in their athletic endeavors, missing very few South Central Premier soccer, Bryant soccer, and Shelton aseball games. Along the way, he developed very close friendships with the players and parents. Larry’s love of life, his sense of humor, and his generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”
He was predeceased by his wife Diane. Hs survived by his daughter, Alex (Lou); his son, Luke and his fiancée, Mary; his mother, Margaret DiPippo; his sisters, Patti and Lynda; his sisters-in-law, Debbie and Dara; and many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Friends may express condolences to the family at the Riverview Funeral Home, 390 River Road, Shelton, on Monday, June 29, with a wake from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon, and a eulogy service from noon to 1 p.m. Burial will follow at 1:15 PM, at Riverside Cemetery in Shelton.
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We all loved Larry. Special guy of ‘79.
In addition to this Daily Roundup, Dan Woog was also inducted into the LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame last night
Congratulations to him!
I remember Larry from Little League way back in the early-to-mid ’70s and man-oh-man was he a physically gifted and phenomally talented athlete. I distinctly remember him smashing home runs like it was the most natural thing in the world.
Rest in peace, sir. You were one of the greats !!